Maggie Griffin Design Blog

Although we celebrated Henry's 1st birthday a bit early with our friends and family over the Mother's Day weekend back home, we definitely wanted to have a little party on his "actual" birthday. We decided to have several of our friends over with their kiddos...

First birthdays are a big deal.That milestone first year that sees so many transitions, changes and growth in both a little one's life and his parents' lives.With this milestone occasion in my heart, we had to honor our Henry's special birthday with a special party. Last...

This room in our home has seen a lot of change. It began as a big off-white space with loads of sunlight and potential. Hand-me-downs and a few new pieces didn't quite fill the space, or my vision. Check out the progress here. Over the past year...

I loved working with these clients over the past 6 months. Not only are they friends of ours, and had wonderful pieces already, but they were so open to ideas and were super excited to get some things done in their already-great home. They had...

I have had so much fun "fluffing" these rooms with my aunt! Having 4 adult children (two in college still and two post-grads), she was ready to update my cousins' bedrooms to more grown-up spaces.We have gotten a great start on two of them, and have...

After I snagged our {new} old breakfast table at Scott's a few months ago, added to the list were new breakfast chairs. I had been lusting after bistro-style chairs for some time waiting on a client's home to use them in, and BAM! was given...

This project has been a lot of fun for me! Beginning with the larger pieces (think rugs and sofas), the busy mom of three and I have been making this young family's house a home. It was time to say goodbye to those college hand-me-downs and...

I love that these clients have decided not to find out what they're having - that when they meet their baby for the first time, they'll be surprised with the gender. How fun in a day when there are so few surprises! We wanted a nursery that...

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I am a Georgia designer and blogger with a penchant for travel who loves being creative! You will find me swooning over beautiful design… interiors, architecture, textiles and everything in between. My blog shares the evolution of my home and the design work I do for clients, as well as my thoughts about creating fun spaces and things I would like to share with you guys!

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Taylor is our newest intern, and social media guru! She lends a hand on installs, client deliveries, and merchandising for everyone at MGD. An undergraduate student at Savannah College of Art and Design in Atlanta, Taylor and I both love cut velvets, a touch of black, and good find at Home Goods. Here’s a little more about Taylor below!

Callie keeps our business running smooth with invoicing, reconciling and managing projects. Her attention to details is invaluable to me! She and I both love a pretty piece of majolica, a touch of chinois, and a good buffalo check! Below, Callie shares a few more things about herself.

Name: CallieGirly product you can’t live without: mascaraFave flower: hydrangeaYellow gold, rose gold or white gold: white goldFave color: greenIce cream flavor: rainbow sherbetFave season: fallHow many kiddos? 2 boysFave shelter magazine: Traditional HomeFave Instagram account: @thesouthernstyleguide, she cracks me upCelebrity designer: Sarah RichardsonHome store: CK Swan in HighlandsColor combo for interiors: blue and white and greenThree words to describe your interiors style: traditional, practical and comfortablePlace to shop for gifts: Dogwoods in ClaytonOne item you’re pining after for your home: new dresser for my bedroomFave wardrobe piece: earringsFashion style in three words: relaxed, a little boho, with a dose of preppyDinner party at home or reservation at restaurant? reservationSignature dish to cook: lasagnaFavorite thing to eat: pizza and donutsQuote: “Trust in the Lord with all of your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him and he will make your paths straight” Proverbs 3:5-6Restaurant: Blue Fin in Gainesville, GAMusic genre: I listen to the Coffee House station on XMGuilty pleasure tv show: any of the Real Housewives series on BravoInterior design tv show: Nate and JeremiahAlma mater/school: Auburn UniversityMajor: human development and family studiesSpare time fun: binge watching on NetflixVanilla or chocolate: chocolateTarget or Amazon? AmazonFave US city: only been twice, but loved Scottsdale, AZIf you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Never been to Europe, so anywhere there!

Natalie

Office Manager, Maggie Griffin Design

Natalie wears many hats at MGD! She assists in our meetings, consults, and with proposals for clients. She’s a project manager, vendor liaison and client contact. We share a love of cooking, blue & white, and trying new restaurants. And her homemade chocolate chip cookies are to die for! Check out some of her favorite things below!

Name: NatalieGirly product you can’t live without: Trish McEvoy High Volume MascaraFave flower: peoniesYellow gold, rose gold or white gold: yellow goldFave color: greenIce cream flavor: strawberry from Mountain Fresh CreameryFave season: Fall (Go Dawgs!)How many kiddos? ThreeFave shelter magazine: House BeautifulFave Instagram account: @thehomeeditCelebrity designer: Nate BerkusHome store: Roost Interiors & Gifts in BrevardColor combo for interiors: shades of blue & whiteThree words to describe your interiors style: inviting, crisp, and comfyPlace to shop for gifts: my favorite part of a gift is a funny card. Target and the car wash off Thompson Bridge have great ones 😊One item you’re pining after for your home: artwork by Kellie LawlerFave wardrobe piece: white jeans and my gold hoopsFashion style in three words: classic, basics with a twist, timeless with a little bit a trendDinner party at home or reservation at restaurant? dinner party at homeSignature dish to cook: roasted chicken with carrots, potatoes and onions. Sounds boring but it is SO good!Quote: When God gives you a new beginning it starts with an ending. Be thankful for closed doors. They often guide us to the right one.Restaurant: The Optimist in AtlantaMusic genre: love it all, but country is probably my faveGuilty pleasure tv show: The Real Housewives of Beverly HillsInterior design tv show: Fixer Upper along with the rest of the world. I love a good before and after!Alma mater/school: The University of GeorgiaMajor: journalismSpare time fun: I just realized I have no hobbies! Haha!Vanilla or chocolate: vanillaTarget or Amazon? TargetFave US city: Charleston, SCIf you could travel anywhere, where would you go? On a Safari in Africa

Grace

Junior Designer, Maggie Griffin Design

Grace began as a college student and intern here at MGD, and now serves as a junior designer. She is also a commercial design consultant, and handles the presentation boards of our proposals. Grace and I both love hip-hop, buffalo checks, and finding a rare gem in an antique mall. As our Athens girl, she and I both love The Classic City! Here are a few more things that Grace loves below!

Havolynne serves as associate designer at Maggie Griffin Design. She and I have always shared a love for all things chinois, beautiful textiles and lots of grasscloth! Her projects are a reflection of her great taste and Southern style. She also is our remote and e-design coordinator with projects all over the country. Havolynne shares some of her favorite things below!

Name: HavolynneGirly product you can’t live without: Living Proof Dry ShampooFave flower: HydrangeasYellow gold, rose gold or white gold: Yellow goldFave color: BlueIce cream flavor: StrawberryFave season: SpringHow many kiddos? 2Fave shelter magazine: Traditional HomeFave Instagram account: @thehomeeditCelebrity designer: Phoebe HowardHome store: Homegoods. They can be hit or miss if you’re looking for something specific but you can almost always find something you “need”. About 2 years ago I found a Baker Furniture Chest there for a fraction of the retail cost. The chest is in my son’s nursery now and is a prized possession.Color combo for interiors: Blue & WhiteThree words to describe your interiors style: Traditional, Southern, and EclecticPlace to shop for gifts: EtsyOne item you’re pining after for your home: Not an actual item but Galbraith and Paul Wallpaper in Lotus for my master bedroomFave wardrobe piece: Currently being 7 months pregnant I’m not loving anything in my wardrobe, but I’m looking forward to fall and getting lots of use out of my Spanx Faux Leather LeggingsFashion style in three words: Relaxed, Classic, and (sometimes) Sassy.Dinner party at home or reservation at restaurant? Reservations. There is no mess to clean up after 😉Signature dish to cook: Spaghetti & MeatballsFavorite thing to eat: Anything CheeseQuote: “Do your little bit of good where you are; it’s those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world”. -Desmond TutuRestaurant: Hal’s Steakhouse in Atlanta. Besides the amazing filet I’m obsessed with their white truffle mac and cheese!Music genre: 70s & 80s Classic RockGuilty pleasure tv show: Southern CharmInterior design tv show: Property BrothersAlma mater/school: Brenau UniversityMajor: Fashion MerchandisingSpare time fun: Antique Shopping with my husband and anything outside by the water with my family!Vanilla or chocolate: ChocolateTarget or Amazon? AmazonFave US city: Charleston, SC or NYC depending on my moodIf you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Greek Isles. I went when I was 15 but I don’t feel like I was mature enough to fully appreciate the experience. I’d love to go back with my husband….maybe for our 10th Anniversary!Instagram handle: @havolynnesaxondesign

Jennifer

Owner, Looms and Lighting

As the owner of Looms and Lighting, housed inside Maggie Griffin Design studios, Jennifer is naturally drawn to colorful textiles, gorgeous ceramics, and lots of pattern! We share a love for girl talk over vino, a good dance party, and rearranging furniture. Jenn shares a few more things about herself here!

Caroline is the owner of Caroline Nix Gallery, housed inside the MGD studio. She’s got a fantastic eye for new talent, interesting pieces, and has a very streamlined aesthetic. We share a love of dinner parties, sangria, and mid-century modern houses! Find out a little more about Caroline below!